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You've already learned
what kind of supplies to gather, now its time to put it all together
in one place. There are several options when it comes to storing
your supplies.
You can separate and
store supplies in individual smaller plastic containers and then
store all the smaller containers in one large one. For example,
first aid supplies in one container, tools and other supplies in
another, special needs in another and so on.
Possible storage
options include: a large (32-gallon) trash container, a camping
backpack, or a sports duffle bag. Larger families may need more
than one container, backpack, or duffle bag. Be sure to choose
a place that is cool and dark, such as in a closet. Be sure the
place you choose is relatively safe and easy to get to during a
disaster.
| 32-Gallon
Container
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Camping
Backpack
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Sports
Duffle Bag
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The following
diagram will give you an idea of how all your emergency supplies can
be stored and kept together inside a large trash container.
(click
for larger image)
(Diagram courtesy of LA County
Fire's Home Emergency Supplies Checklist)
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